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08/30/2026

Frequent Mars Arts DC collaborators and genre-blending “Hood Rock” band Black Alley closes out the summer with “The Last All White Party” at Penn Social!

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend on Saturday, September 5, dressed in your best all-white outfit for an unforgettable night of go-go, trap, and rock.

Get tickets: https://posh.vip/e/the-last-all-white-party-live-penn-social?t=washpa

08/29/2026

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08/28/2026

Under 40? Enjoy discounted tickets? We got you covered.

With the Young Patron Subscription, those under age 40 can purchase tickets to three Washington Performing Arts performances from a curated list for only $120. Plus, we’ll seat you with other young patrons so you can mix and mingle!

Learn more: https://www.washingtonperformingarts.org/tickets-subscriptions/ -subscriptions

08/27/2026

We’re ecstatic to partner with Mosaic Theater Company of DC for the third year! This year, we offer you 50% off seats to performances of the play “Somewhere Over the Border,” October 2-4 only, with code WPA50 at MosaicTheater.org.

Dorothy becomes Reina in this fresh take on "The Wizard of Oz” from Brian Quijada, the award-winning co-creator and star of “Mexodus,” which premiered at Mosaic ahead of back-to-back Off-Broadway runs. Inspired by the true story of his mother’s immigration in the 1970s, “Somewhere Over the Border” takes audiences on a musical journey from El Salvador to America featuring cumbia, Mexican mariachi boleros, rock, hip hop, and more!

As a bonus, Washington Performing Arts welcomes Mars Arts D.C. artist Carolina Dancelina for a post-show Latin dance lesson on stage following the 8:00 p.m. performance on Friday, October 2.

Learn more and get your half-off tickets: https://www.washingtonperformingarts.org/event/somewhere-over-the-border/

08/25/2026

We’re excited to announce that our community engagement initiative Mars Arts D.C. launches a monthly music series at Barrel House Cafe & Bar spotlighting artists from across the DMV and the global traditions shaping Washington, D.C.,'s music scene. Tickets are Pay What You Can ($5 minimum) and available in advance at WashingtonPerformingArts.org or on site the day of each performance. Barrel House Cafe & Bar is located at 1341 14th Street NW.

Learn more: https://www.washingtonperformingarts.org/mars-arts-d-c/barrel-house/

08/24/2026

Have you ever listened to 100 metronomes simultaneously? Look no further. On this... International Strange Music Day, we highlight Hungarian composer György Ligeti’s “Poème symphonique” which features 10 performers, a conductor, and 100 mechanical metronomes.

Performers must remain silent for two to six minutes before setting off the metronomes simultaneously on the conductor’s cue.

08/23/2026

What’s better than going to a Washington Performing Arts performance? Going to one with your friends!

Group tickets give you priority seating, great savings, flexible payment options, and more. With 10 or more people, you can share the benefits of group seating and create memorable experiences together.

Learn more: https://www.washingtonperformingarts.org/group-sales/

08/22/2026

Happy birthday to French, classical composer Claude Debussy! Regarded as the founder of musical impressionism, Debussy is best known for his orchestral and solo piano music and was one of the most influential composers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

08/21/2026

Did you know that 2026 marks 100 years since the births of jazz legends Miles Davis and John Coltrane? To honor this anniversary, esteemed trumpeter Terence Blanchard and saxophonist Ravi Coltrane join forces for a centennial tribute celebrating the history, evolution, and continuing future of jazz.

Learn more and get tickets for their performance that we and Strathmore present on November 21 at https://www.washingtonperformingarts.org/event/terence-blanchard-ravi-coltrane/.

08/20/2026

We love summer but... we can’t wait for the 2026/27 season to start!

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Tuesday	9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 5pm
Thursday	9:30am - 5pm
Friday	9:30am - 5pm

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